Senior Quality Manager

Senior Quality Manager

Location: Swindon

Sector: Civil Engineering

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: £75,000 + Car Allowance

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Quality Manager to join our growing Civil Engineering team based in Swindon. This is a fantastic opportunity for a quality professional with strong leadership capabilities and a passion for continuous improvement to play a key role in delivering excellence across a diverse portfolio of civil engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality Management function across civil engineering operations and projects.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve Quality Management Systems and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, company standards, contractual requirements, and industry regulations.
• Lead internal and external audits, inspections, and compliance reviews.
• Analyse quality performance data and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence.
• Support project teams in achieving quality objectives and delivering right-first-time outcomes.
• Investigate quality concerns and oversee corrective and preventative actions.
• Build strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and key stakeholders.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to quality and operational teams.

About You Essential Requirements

• Proven experience in a senior quality leadership role within the Civil Engineering, Infrastructure, Utilities, or Construction sector.
• Strong understanding of Quality Management Systems and ISO 9001 requirements.
• Experience leading audits, compliance programmes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to influence and drive positive change across operational teams.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Lead Auditor qualification.
• Quality Management qualification.
• Experience on major infrastructure or civil engineering projects.
• Knowledge of industry standards, regulatory compliance, and integrated management systems.